Original
10/13/1980 - 08/31/1981 Finished
Ashita no Joe 2 (あしたのジョー２)
Also known as: Tomorrow's Joe 2
Yabuki Joe is left downhearted and hopeless after a certain tragic event. In attempt to put the past behind him, Joe leaves the gym behind and begins wandering. On his travels he comes across the likes of Wolf Kanagushi and Goromaki Gondo, men who unintentionally fan the dying embers inside him, leading him to putting his wanderings to an end. His return home puts Joe back on the path to boxing, but unknown to himself and his trainer, he now suffers deep-set issues holding him back from fighting. In attempt to quell those issues, Carlos Rivera, a world renowned boxer is invited from Venezuela to help Joe recover.
47
Total episodes
47
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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% Filler
Canon episodes · 47 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Ashita no Joe 2 have? Well, currently Ashita no Joe 2 has a total of 2 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
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SecuelaWhat to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Ashita no Joe 2 doesn't have a single filler episode: all 47 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 47 episodes of Ashita no Joe 2 aired in 1980–1981 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Ashita no Joe 2 is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 47 without detours. If you came looking for which Ashita no Joe 2 episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
47 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | And Then, He Returned...10/13/1980 | 10/13/1980 | Canon |
| 2 | Return to the Ring10/20/1980 | 10/20/1980 | Canon |
| 3 | The Conspiracy10/27/1980 | 10/27/1980 | Canon |
| 4 | The Key Weakness11/03/1980 | 11/03/1980 | Canon |
| 5 | Difficult Moments11/10/1980 | 11/10/1980 | Canon |
| 6 | An Old Tactic11/17/1980 | 11/17/1980 | Canon |
| 7 | The Arena Closes11/24/1980 | 11/24/1980 | Canon |
| 8 | The Secret Blow of Carlos12/01/1980 | 12/01/1980 | Canon |
| 9 | The Continuous Dream12/08/1980 | 12/08/1980 | Canon |
| 10 | The Christmas Present12/15/1980 | 12/15/1980 | Canon |
| 11 | The Encounter of New Year's Day (Part 1)12/22/1980 | 12/22/1980 | Canon |
| 12 | The Encounter of New Year's Day (Part 2)12/29/1980 | 12/29/1980 | Canon |
| 13 | A True Friend01/05/1981 | 01/05/1981 | Canon |
| 14 | To Seek Out an Adversary01/12/1981 | 01/12/1981 | Canon |
| 15 | Bad News01/19/1981 | 01/19/1981 | Canon |
| 16 | The Title is Still Far Away01/26/1981 | 01/26/1981 | Canon |
| 17 | An Unexpected Arrival02/02/1981 | 02/02/1981 | Canon |
| 18 | Icy Eyes02/09/1981 | 02/09/1981 | Canon |
| 19 | Tobi, Man or Robot?02/16/1981 | 02/16/1981 | Canon |
| 20 | Weight Problems02/23/1981 | 02/23/1981 | Canon |
| 21 | Tricky Uncle Frank03/02/1981 | 03/02/1981 | Canon |
| 22 | At All Costs03/09/1981 | 03/09/1981 | Canon |
| 23 | The Icy, Wild Animal03/16/1981 | 03/16/1981 | Canon |
| 24 | An Exciting Encounter03/23/1981 | 03/23/1981 | Canon |
| 25 | The 6th Round Miracle03/30/1981 | 03/30/1981 | Canon |
| 26 | Memories of an Old Champion04/06/1981 | 04/06/1981 | Canon |
| 27 | Heart of Boxer04/13/1981 | 04/13/1981 | Canon |
| 28 | Joe in Hawaii04/20/1981 | 04/20/1981 | Canon |
| 29 | Defending the Title04/27/1981 | 04/27/1981 | Canon |
| 30 | The Great Champion Jose05/04/1981 | 05/04/1981 | Canon |
| 31 | The Sign of the Champion05/11/1981 | 05/11/1981 | Canon |
| 32 | Return Home05/18/1981 | 05/18/1981 | Canon |
| 33 | Another Challenge05/25/1981 | 05/25/1981 | Canon |
| 34 | The Incident06/01/1981 | 06/01/1981 | Canon |
| 35 | The Champion Hermit06/08/1981 | 06/08/1981 | Canon |
| 36 | The Strategy of Alex06/15/1981 | 06/15/1981 | Canon |
| 37 | The Tiger06/22/1981 | 06/22/1981 | Canon |
| 38 | Risky Training06/29/1981 | 06/29/1981 | Canon |
| 39 | The Punch-drunk Fighter07/06/1981 | 07/06/1981 | Canon |
| 40 | The Goal is Near07/13/1981 | 07/13/1981 | Canon |
| 41 | Mendoza's arrival07/20/1981 | 07/20/1981 | Canon |
| 42 | Alex's Fears07/27/1981 | 07/27/1981 | Canon |
| 43 | Mountain Training08/03/1981 | 08/03/1981 | Canon |
| 44 | I Love You, Joe08/10/1981 | 08/10/1981 | Canon |
| 45 | The Battle Begins08/17/1981 | 08/17/1981 | Canon |
| 46 | Joe Does Not Surrender08/24/1981 | 08/24/1981 | Canon |
| 47 | The Great End08/31/1981 | 08/31/1981 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Ashita no Joe 2 have?
Ashita no Joe 2 has a total of 2 seasons. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Ashita no Joe 2 have?
In total, Ashita no Joe 2 has 47 episodes distributed across its 2 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Ashita no Joe 2?
It is recommended to watch Ashita no Joe 2 in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Ashita no Joe 2 online?
Ashita no Joe 2 is available on the following streaming platforms: Animation Digital Network. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to access where you can watch the anime. Please note that availability may vary depending on your geographic region.
Watch on: Animation Digital Network
Is Ashita no Joe 2 a complete anime?
Yes, Ashita no Joe 2 is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Ashita no Joe 2 have?
No, Ashita no Joe 2 does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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